MESA, Ariz. -- New Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon doesn’t watch film of his team’s spring practices at night nor is he pouring over video of bullpen sessions. Instead, he unwinds by watching reruns of one of his favorite television shows, "The Office."

“I watch two episodes every night,” Maddon said on Thursday. “I’ve been here, what, 10 days? I’ve probably watched at least 20 episodes of The Office.”

Maddon says he prefers watching “a comedy to go to sleep” but prefers episodes of "The Office" prior to star Steve Carrell leaving.

“I’m at the point now where Pam and Jim just got married and they had the baby,” Maddon said. “They’ve been switched over to Sabre. All that stuff is so good. It’s outstanding. I’d rather go to sleep at night watching something funny than something serious.”

Maddon even pronounced Sabre (sah-bray) correctly. He’s also a fan of the show "Curb Your Enthusiasm," starring Larry David.

The whole conversation started when Maddon couldn’t remember his team’s upcoming scrimmage schedule.

“I feel like Michael Scott,” he joked.